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02-18-2009, 10:09 PM   #16
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I chose the free path.
For viewing my images both JPG and RAW I use Picasa. Quick interface and somehow my images look brighter when viewing through Picasa.

For RAW development I use RawThreraphee. Not sure about how good they are, but they are free and has many tools for adjustments for RAW images. Freeware also.

For fine tuning I use GIMP. Slightly more limited than Photoshop I think. Its more than enough for me anyway.

02-19-2009, 05:39 AM   #17
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QuoteOriginally posted by Lowell Goudge Quote
In terms of photo software there are literally a ton of programs, as the op mentioned from inexpensive <$100 to very expensive.

The default industry standard is Adobe Photo Shop but it is expensive.

I have used Paint Shop Pro from Corel since version 8, it is now at X2 (version 12)

It has served me well, and the real issue is the time to re-learn another set of command names and interface.

There is very little it can't do, and in the UK there is now a publication on image processing (like the several for Photo Shop) specifically devoted to Paint SHop Pro.

the only complaint I have ever had, is that Corel is slow to deliver updates, and generally does not offer patches to add new cameras. I waited almost a year for them to resolve the issue of importing K10D raw files, and in the end, it was done during a program update, so essentually I had to pay extra to read the K10D raw files. But having griped about this, my updates plus origonal purchase have still left me with a ton of money for the camera and lenses I want, as opposed to the image editor.
Lowell, could you please PM me the name of this publication of which you speak? I would love to see it. Thanks
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i really like using iphoto (mac users) it is a very user friendly program and i get some very nice results with it. ive used gimp in the past but never to actually fine tune a photos. it has always been to stamp my photos and really nothing else. the only problem i have with iphoto is that you cant add text over a photo with it.
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Lightroom. It's one of the reasons I went digital.
You wont regret it.

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